Daily
Rogers
Friday, August 8th, 2025
Good morning, Rogers. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Comedian Chase Shanahan from Rogers and now based in New York released his EP 'Big Oil' on Aug 1—its tracks include a stand-up recording from Fayetteville and a track of him skipping rocks at Beaver Lake. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration announced Thursday that more than 30,000 Arkansas Mobile IDs can now be used at TSA checkpoints at over 260 airports—this free digital ID is available on smartphones and can be downloaded from app stores. Testing ended last week and support for digital wallets will be added by early fall while drivers are advised to carry their physical licenses until law enforcement agencies upgrade their equipment. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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Lukas Wigington Live at JJ's Grill
6 PM – 12 AM — JJ's Grill Rogers — Cover TBA — Enjoy an evening of original tunes from Rogers' very own singer-songwriter Lukas Wigington.
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Railyard Live Concert Series: Papadosio
7-10 p.m. — Railyard Live at Butterfield Stage — Tickets available — Experience the dynamic sounds of Papadosio blending prog rock, livetronica, and jazz in an immersive concert.
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Big Time Rush Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — The Walmart AMP — Tickets vary in price from $70 — Enjoy live music from the popular boy band Big Time Rush.
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Putt for Paws Fundraiser featuring Lukas Wigington
10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Foghorn's Wings Burgers & More — Check website for details — Enjoy a day of music and mini-golf while supporting a good cause for pets.
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Dirt Church Gravel Ride
9-11 a.m. — Magnolia Cycles — Free entry — Participate in a friendly no-drop gravel ride welcoming all riders and bikes.
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Murray Williams Live at Shadow Valley Country Club
8 PM – 2 AM — Shadow Valley Country Club — Free show — Experience an evening of live music with Murray Williams in a vibrant setting.
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~ Ernest Hemingway
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